Master Lecturer Position - Mechanical Engineering

The School of Engineering and Computer Science in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture at Laurentian University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a faculty position in Mechanical Engineering at the rank of Master Lecturer. The preferred start date is July 1, 2027*. Applicants will hold undergraduate and graduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related disciplines, e.g., Mechatronics Engineering) at the start date of appointment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions in Mechanical Engineering at the undergraduate level, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the school’s programs. As a faculty member at Laurentian University, the successful applicant will also be a member of the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA). Detailed information about working conditions is provided within the Collective Agreement between LUFA and Laurentian University, available at http://www.lufappul.ca. In addition to being actively engaged in teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to have an on-campus presence. The successful candidate will have the following essential qualifications:

Essential Qualifications

- Hold at least a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Holding a Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline is an asset.
- Satisfaction of eligibility requirements for registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
- Experience in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level university courses in Mechanical
- Demonstrated commitment to pedagogical and academic excellence.




- Demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse, inclusive and vibrant academic and work
- Ability to prioritize according to students’ learning needs, and possess a positive rapport with students.
- Excellent communication skills in English. An active knowledge of both official languages (functional bilingualism) would be considered as an asset.

Laurentian University, located on Atikameksheng Anishnawbek territory in Sudbury, Ontario, serves over 8000 students and is one of two bilingual universities in the province of Ontario. Committed to its bilingual, tricultural mandate, Laurentian University offers an outstanding university experience in English and French with a comprehensive approach to Indigenous education. Laurentian’s beautiful, forested campus is surrounded by fresh-water lakes, conservation lands and hundreds of kilometres of cross-country and hiking trails while situated in the geographic centre of Greater Sudbury, northern Ontario’s major urban centre (population 160,000). Laurentian University has close and productive ties to Science North, SNOLAB, Health Sciences North and multiple post-secondary institutions.

The minimum salary for the rank of Master Lecturer is set at $74,587.36, with additional increments awarded for relevant experience in accordance with the Laurentian University Faculty Association Collective Agreement.



The successful candidate will also be part of the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA) and candidates are encouraged to consult the Collective Agreement at www.lufappul.ca.

Application Requirements

- A cover letter. The letter must also include one of the two statements about citizenship/resident status specified below.
- Complete and up-to-date Curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications.
- A teaching statement, which would contain a teaching philosophy, strategies for student
- A statement providing evidence of incorporation of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) into teaching.
- Names and full contact information for three references.

Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community committed to employment equity. Applications are encouraged from members of equity‑seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. Laurentian University’s bilingualism policy (Section 7.3.b) provides a provision regarding the language requirement for persons self‑identifying as First Nations, Métis or Inuit (https://laurentian.ca/bilingualism). The successful candidate will be part of the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA). Candidates are encouraged to consult the Collective Agreement at www.lufappul.ca.

Laurentian University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian imm

📌 Master Lecturer Position in Mechanical Engineering | School of Engineering and Computer Science (Greater Sudbury)
🏢 Laurentian University
📍 Greater Sudbury